Lions looking to make a splash at Beaverton Harbour

For the first time in a long time, the Beaverton Harbour will be the go-to destination for those looking to beat the summer heat.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation has provided $149,200 in funding to the Beaverton Lions Club to build a more than 1,700-square-foot splash pad at the harbour.
“We will use this grant to build a first class water splash pad on the shores of Lake Simcoe. We are thankful for the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s commitment to enhance our community," said Randy Skinner, chair of a committee overseeing the project for the Lion's Club.
Though funding was approved late last month, Mr. Skinner couldn't formally make the announcement until this week. But he -- and fellow Lions members -- was joined by Brock Township Mayor Terry Clayton and area MPP Laurie Scott for a brief ceremony on Saturday (April 6) to mark the occasion.
“This grant will help to attract families to our waterfront and our downtown businesses. This project will be a great asset to the whole of Brock Township," said Mayor Clayton.
"This project will be a family friendly attraction for the area and will bring many visitors to the town. My congratulations to the Beaverton Lions Club for all of their hard work in securing this funding," added Ms Scott.
The total cost of the project is estimated to be in the neighbourhood of $200,000 and the Lions Club is looking to secure an additional grant to help cover the cost.
With the penny now out of circulation, the club is also accepting donations of any unwanted coins. Donations, preferably pre-rolled, can be dropped off at Skinner’s Automotive on Mara Road or Gillespie Tru Value Hardware on Simcoe Street.
With the financial side of the project quickly coming together, construction could begin as early as next month.
"We're hoping to have the grand opening sometime in June," Mr. Skinner said.

Scott Howard is editor of the Brock Citizen. He can be reached via email at showard@mykawartha.com